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Reduced current density, partially rescued by mexiletine, and depolarizing shift in activation of SCN5A W374G channels as a cause of severe form of Brugada syndrome

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SCN5A‐related Brugada syndrome (BrS) can be caused by multiple mechanisms including trafficking defects and altered channel gating properties. Most SCN5A mutations at pore region cause trafficking defects, and some of… Click to show full abstract

SCN5A‐related Brugada syndrome (BrS) can be caused by multiple mechanisms including trafficking defects and altered channel gating properties. Most SCN5A mutations at pore region cause trafficking defects, and some of them can be rescued by mexiletine (MEX).

Keywords: reduced current; current density; rescued mexiletine; brugada syndrome; density partially

Journal Title: Annals of Noninvasive Electrocardiology
Year Published: 2021

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